Swim Lesson Instructor
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Lesson Instructor professionally teaches swim lessons and helps keep members safe in the pool and pool area by courteously and professionally enforcing policies and procedures. The instructor maintains current certifications, follows emergency procedures, and helps prevent accidents while maintaining a safe, nurturing aquatic environment. The position delivers YMCA of the USA swim lessons, prepares lesson plans, tracks participant attendance and progress, and communicates appropriate class placement to the Aquatics Director and/or parents. It also involves promoting YMCA programs, responding to member questions and concerns, following safety and risk-management requirements, and attending required staff meetings and trainings. The instructor is expected to demonstrate YMCA values and leadership competencies and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 16.
- Current BLS for the Professional Rescuer certification from the American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association.
- Current Standard/Community First Aid certification.
- Current Emergency Oxygen Administration certification.
- Experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs.
- Ability to swim 25 yards each of the six strokes: front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, and butterfly.
- Ability to tread water for two minutes using two different kicks.
- Ability to swim with proficiency and endurance.
- Ability to react appropriately and remain calm and efficient when caring for problems.
- Knowledge of proper swimming techniques.
- Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Nice To Haves
- YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.
- American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Training.
Responsibilities
- Create a welcoming and nurturing environment for students.
- Teach classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program.
- Be responsible for class participants’ safety at all times.
- Maintain class rosters and record daily attendance.
- Assess and track participant progress, and issue certificates or progress reports.
- Regularly communicate appropriate participant placement to the Aquatics Director and/or parents.
- Prepare a lesson or session plan before each session.
- Teach participants how to use teaching aids, flotation devices, toys, and other aquatic equipment effectively.
- Understand and promote YMCA programs, and inform members about programs that suit their changing needs and interests.
- Respond to member questions and concerns, resolve problems, and follow through to completion.
- Enforce pool policies, rules, and regulations to prevent accidents.
- Respond immediately to emergencies using proper procedures and techniques.
- Know the Emergency Action Plan and carry out assigned emergency responsibilities.
- Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
- Follow YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
- Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and fellow staff.
- Demonstrate and develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
